Head Chef

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary team at House of Kiều , our all-day dining restaurant celebrating Vietnamese cuisine with French influences.

This role is responsible for driving culinary excellence, maintaining consistent food quality, developing the menu, and creating memorable dining experiences while ensuring strong operational and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and develop the culinary team to deliver high-quality food and service standards.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation and taste.
• Develop and enhance menus that reflect the concept and identity of House of Kiều.
• Drive creativity and innovation while maintaining the authenticity of Vietnamese cuisine.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and IHG standards.
• Manage food costs, portion control, purchasing and inventory effectively.
• Work closely with the F&B and Hotel leadership teams to deliver business and guest experience objectives.
• Monitor kitchen performance and implement improvements where required.
• Coach and develop team members, building a strong culinary culture and succession pipeline.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience , with relevant experience in a Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef or equivalent leadership position.
• Strong knowledge and passion for Vietnamese cuisine , with an appreciation of French culinary influences.
• Proven experience in menu development, kitchen operations and cost control.
• Strong leadership, communication and team development skills.
• Creative, hands-on and quality-driven approach.
• Experience in a hotel or upscale restaurant environment is preferred.